Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Lenexa, KS

...about 16 years old. I know how frustrating it can be to not understand something while it is being taught in the classroom. As a result, I can connect with most of students pretty well. I let them know right off the bat that they are not alone and they can learn the material. After that we get right to work. If there is anything else you would like to know about me just let...

I am a professional teacher and writer with more than a decade of experience teaching students of all ages. I have a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in English as well as a Master of Education with a focus on teaching culturally and linguistically diverse and exceptional learners. I love learning new things and seeing the world, and I feel honored to share my experience and curiosity with my students.

...I know firsthand how frustrating and time-consuming it can be to study science, and I love helping students master difficult concepts and gain confidence. I also enjoy helping students prepare for standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and GRE. It can be particularly challenging to raise verbal, English, and reading scores on these exams, but it can be accomplished with lots of practice and with strategies tailored to each individual student.

...believe that everyone has something important to say, and being able to express ourselves through writing is one of the best ways to make others listen to us. I can help students mostly with English topics, such as literature, reading, essay writing, and creative writing. I can also help students who are struggling to write an essay for any subject. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy reading, writing, and celebrating as many occasions as...

...and test taker, I recently passed the Introductory Sommelier Course and Exam and the WSET Level 2 in just 6 weeks. Both of these wine exams are geared towards industry insiders and recommend 2 years industry experience. My passion for learning and test taking dates back to earning my Spanish Teaching Degree from the University of Illinois. Since, I've worked a number of different jobs, and I've constantly taught myself new skills along the way. Everything...

...a STEM teacher to all grades, all classes K-5th. While I teach a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Literature and Science. With helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) in understanding a variety of mathematical strategies. I hope to continue igniting a passion for learning for each student I encounter, no matter where they are at in their learning...

I believe when people know you care about them and their goals they are willing to work harder. My goal is to show my students I do care and work with them to reach their educational goals.

My ultimate goal is to strive for the highest and to inspire those with whom I interact to do the same. Be the best that you can be, and be proud of the things you do.

...most passionate about English, Music, and History. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. In my spare time, I...

...of becoming an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Physics. I get the opportunity to tutor some of my friends and classmates in the classes we are enrolled in together as well as those I have already taken. I enjoy being in school and I want other students to feel the same way. For me, tutoring is important because it can help students feel like they finally understand a concept they have been struggling with for a...

...I want to help students understand how chemistry and biology interconnect. I hope to do this by providing them with very good understanding of basic concepts and show them how taking the time to develop a foundation of knowledge will make future learning easier and help them learn on their own. My approach to ACT tutoring differs from how I teach just biology or chemistry. The ACT covers such a range of topics that complete...

...year career. A second career (23 years) in the pharmaceutical industry provided me with countless hours of learning about public speaking as well as diseases and their pharmaceutical treatments. I retired from the pharmaceutical industry in 2010 and started teaching as an adjunct human physiology instructor at a local community college and did this for 10 years. Finally, I began online tutoring for Varsity Tutors a few years ago and have focused my efforts with...

...my teaching methods to suit each individual's learning style, ensuring they get the most out of our time together. I specialize in a wide range of subjects, including Biology, Cell Biology, College Application Essay Review, College English, Expository Writing, High School English, Math, Middle School Math, Public Speaking, and General Science and Writing. My background in these areas allows me to provide comprehensive support, whether we're diving into intricate biological processes, polishing college essays, or...

...to teach/correct a student that is having trouble with a concept, idea, or a lesson gives a sense of satisfaction to not only the tutor but the person being tutored. Whenever learning a difficult concept, the first thing I usually do is look it up on Google. Sometimes the answers aren't there, and sometimes they are there, but too difficult to understand. In this case, the first thing I do is send the problem to...

...that we use to interpret what happens around us. That is why it becomes really important to excel in math skills as its applications are endless. I enjoy the process of helping students because understanding math is not only about understanding math. It is also about applying that math in real life. My approach to helping you get there is first to make sure that you understand the concept behind the subject matter. Then, we...

...such as Algebra, Calculus, and Microeconomics. My tutoring philosophy centers on fostering a deep conceptual understanding of the material, allowing students to articulate their knowledge and approach problems with confidence. I believe that when students can explain concepts to others, they have truly mastered the material. I am eager to share the effective study strategies that have helped me succeed on standardized tests like the ACT and AP Calculus. I look forward to supporting students...

I am a recent graduate from Wichita State University. While there, I majored in Biological Sciences and minored in Anthropology. I am passionate about biology and using biological education to make the world a better, cleaner, healthier place. I believe everyone can learn to love science if given the right opportunities!

...sizes that some of the best schools are experiencing students are not able to receive the personal attention that some of them need to be at their best. That is why tutoring can be so valuable. I am able to work one on one with a student which allows me to devote all my time to helping them with their particular problems. I am able to help students understand what it is they are being...

...potential. As a current college student, I have tutored students in elementary school all the way up through the age of my current peers. In preparation for college, I took the ACT multiple times and in the process learned a great deal of tips and strategies that are useful for raising scores. I believe in helping students truly understand the material, not just memorize it. I look forward to working with you and helping you...

...English Language Arts in Kansas City, Missouri for the past two years. Prior to this experience, I tutored college students in argumentative writing, economics/regression analysis, and even organization/study habits; tutored high school students in algebra and ACT/SAT prep; and taught guitar to elementary school students. Since high school, I have actively sought out opportunities to teach and help others grow. I love working with students, meeting them wherever they are academically, and finding ways to...